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Topic 6: Plant structures and their functions has 4 subtopics:
- Photosynthesis
- Plant tissues, organs and systems
- Plant hormones (biology only)
- Additional plant anchors
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GCSE Edexcel Foundation Biology · Topic 6 of 9
Topic 6: Plant structures and their functions – GCSE Edexcel Foundation Biology revision notes
Choose a subtopic. Photosynthesis, plant transport, plant adaptations and plant hormones. 14 lessons in 4 subtopics.
Revise Topic 6: Plant structures and their functions for GCSE Edexcel Foundation Biology, including Photosynthesis and Plant tissues, organs and systems.
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Topic 6: Plant structures and their functions lessons by subtopic
14 lessons, grouped by subtopic.
Photosynthesis
- The Photosynthesis Equation and Chemical Symbols
- Measuring and Graphing Photosynthesis Rates
- How Plants Use Glucose for Energy and Storage
- Building Plant Structures with Glucose
Plant tissues, organs and systems
- Plant Tissues and Their Functions
- The Leaf as a Plant Organ
- Plant Transport System Structure
- Transpiration and Water Movement
- Analysing Plant Transport Data
Plant hormones (biology only)
- Plant Hormones and Growth Responses
- Gibberellins and Ethene in Plant Development
- Plant Hormones in Agriculture and Horticulture
- Plant Hormones in Food Production
Additional plant anchors
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Frequently asked questions
What is Topic 6: Plant structures and their functions?
Photosynthesis, plant transport, plant adaptations and plant hormones. 14 lessons in 4 subtopics.
What is the equation for photosynthesis?
The equation for photosynthesis is carbon dioxide + water → glucose + oxygen, in the presence of light. The The Photosynthesis Equation and Chemical Symbols notes cover this in full.
What is the word equation for photosynthesis?
The word equation for photosynthesis is carbon dioxide + water → glucose + oxygen, with light energy needed for the reaction. The The Photosynthesis Equation and Chemical Symbols notes cover this in full.
What is transpiration?
Transpiration is the loss of water vapour from plant leaves through stomata, creating a transpiration stream that pulls water up from the roots through xylem vessels. The Transpiration and Water Movement notes cover this in full.
What is the chemical formula for glucose?
The chemical symbol for glucose is C₆H₁₂O₆: six carbon, twelve hydrogen and six oxygen atoms. The The Photosynthesis Equation and Chemical Symbols notes cover this in full.
How are root hair cells adapted?
Root hair cells have long, thin hair-like projections that increase surface area by up to 1000 times, giving more contact with soil water for absorption. The Plant Transport System Structure notes cover this in full.
What is translocation in plants?
Translocation is the movement of dissolved sugars and other organic compounds through phloem tissue from sources, like leaves, to sinks, like roots, fruits or growing tips. The Plant Transport System Structure notes cover this in full.
What is the symbol equation for photosynthesis?
The symbol equation for photosynthesis is 6CO₂ + 6H₂O → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂, with light shown over the arrow. The The Photosynthesis Equation and Chemical Symbols notes cover this in full.
What is cellulose and what does it do?
Cellulose is a structural carbohydrate polymer made from glucose molecules that strengthens plant cell walls. The Building Plant Structures with Glucose notes cover this in full.